SOC 11-3021 · May 2025 · BLS OEWS
Computer and Information Systems Managers — Southeast Iowa
Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area · 8 metro areas compared
At $123,910, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Computer and Information Systems Managers, 29.3% beneath the national figure of $175,140.
Wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Salary overview
At $123,910, this is one of the lower medians recorded for Computer and Information Systems Managers, 29.3% beneath the national figure of $175,140. Pay ranges from under $90,490 at the tenth percentile to more than $179,880 at the ninetieth, with the interquartile range running from $103,350 to $158,170.
The area has 250 jobs in this occupation, giving a location quotient of 0.29 — a measure of how concentrated the occupation is here relative to the country as a whole. Within the state, Des Moines records the highest median at $164,840. Of the 420 occupations with published wages in this area, it sits 15th.
Percentile breakdown
| Percentile | Annual | vs US median |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $90,490 | −48.3% |
| 25th | $103,350 | −41.0% |
| Median (50th) | $123,910 | −29.3% |
| 75th | $158,170 | −9.7% |
| 90th | $179,880 | +2.7% |
| Mean | $133,840 | −23.6% |
Other metro areas in Iowa
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Des Moines | $164,840 | 2,050 | |
| 2 | Davenport | $159,590 | 380 | |
| 3 | Dubuque | $136,670 | 120 | |
| 4 | Sioux City | $135,570 | 90 | |
| 5 | Iowa City | $134,210 | 160 | |
| 6 | Waterloo | $132,210 | 120 | |
| 7 | Ames | $131,340 | 130 | |
| 8 | Cedar Rapids | $129,910 | 470 |
What the pay is worth locally
Prices in Southeast Iowa run 12.2% below the national average, so the median of $123,910 goes as far as $141,128 would elsewhere in the country. Measured that way it compares to the national median at 19.4% below the national median in real terms.
Published median
$123,910as reported by BLSLocal price level
87.8US average = 100 · BEA 2024Adjusted for local prices
$141,128US average = 100 · BEA 2024Key takeaways
- Median pay is $123,910 a year, 29.3% below the national median.
- Published pay spans $90,490 to $179,880 between the tenth and ninetieth percentiles.
- The area has 250 jobs in this occupation.
- The highest-paying metro area covered is Des Moines, at $164,840.
Frequently asked questions
What is the median wage for Computer and Information Systems Managers in Southeast Iowa, IA?
The median annual wage is $123,910, or $59.57 per hour, as of May 2025. Half of the workers in this occupation earn more than that and half earn less.
Is that higher than the national average?
The national median for this occupation is $175,140, so pay in Southeast Iowa, IA is 29.3% lower. These figures are medians, not averages: half of workers fall on each side.
What do the top earners make?
The top tenth of this occupation in Southeast Iowa, IA earns more than $179,880 per year. The ninetieth percentile is the highest figure the survey publishes.
What is the starting range?
The tenth percentile wage is $90,490 per year. The survey measures wages actually paid rather than experience level, so this reflects the lowest-paid tenth rather than entry-level pay specifically.
Which area nearby pays the most?
The highest median for this occupation among the metro areas covered is in Des Moines, at $164,840 per year.
How many jobs are there in this occupation here?
The survey estimates 250 jobs in this occupation in Southeast Iowa, IA. Self-employed workers are not included.
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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